Mysuru, October 14, 2022: The JSS College of Arts, Commerce, and Science, located on Ooty Road, Mysuru, joined hands with the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, to organize an insightful webinar on “Intellectual Property Rights (IPR).” The virtual event took place on October 13, 2022, utilizing the Cisco-Webex platform. Prof. BV Sambashivaiah, Chief Executive of the college, presided over the program, and Prof. MP Vijayendra Kumar, Principal, graced the occasion as the Guest of Honour.
The highlight of the webinar was the presence of Shri Shubham Harsh Singh, Examiner of Patents and Designs at the Patent Office in Kolkata, under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India. Shri Singh, serving as the chief guest and main speaker, began the session with a warm welcome note.
During the webinar, Shri Singh delivered an in-depth presentation on various aspects of Intellectual Property Rights, encompassing patent applications, designs, trademarks, copyrights, and SICLD (Semiconductor Integrated Circuit Layout Design). He provided comprehensive insights into different types of IPR and guided participants on filing patent applications in India. He also elaborated on the necessary forms to be filled and shed light on the associated fee structure.
In addition, Shri Singh shared a video presentation offering valuable insights into Geographical Indications in India. The webinar proved to be highly informative, effectively raising awareness about IPR among the students.
Following the presentation, an interactive session was conducted, allowing students to engage with the resource person and seek clarifications on various aspects of IPR.
Approximately 200 individuals, including postgraduate students and faculty members, actively participated in the webinar, making it a resounding success.
